Electric Propulsion Systems Engineer

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For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.Job SummaryThe sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market.
As a System Engineer with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for the battery-powered aircrafts that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B. Nidec is the world's leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in **, ranging from appliance, energy infrastructure, to ground transportation.
Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts.
We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by .
The ideal candidate will embody Nidec's key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues.
From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.Job DescriptionCapture of systems requirements from customer specificationRequirements review with customerCapture of certification requirementsValidation of system requirementsDefinition of system architectureDefinition of system electrical and data interfacesAnalysis of system safety and reliabilityFlowdown of system requirements to equipment requirementsInteraction with equipment level engineers to define the equipment attributes.Interaction with safety engineer to support safety assessment.Review of equipment design for compliance with system objectivesElaboration of qualification and maturity plansTest setup specificationElaboration of test procedures for functional and performance qualificationElaboration of test procedures for environmental and electromagnetic qualificationQualification tests executionElaboration of test results and problem reportsSystem troubleshooting and root cause analysisVerification of system and certification requirementsElaboration of reportsElaboration of HALT, HASS, ESS proceduresElaboration of Endurance proceduresElaboration of Health Monitoring StrategiesTechnical Attributes and Experience (ESSENTIAL)Experience in new product development and phase-gate processesExperience in development of electromechanical propulsion systems or electromechanical actuation systemsExperience in development of high voltage motor control equipmentExperience in requirements based development, requirements management and V&V processExperience with airworthiness certification requirementsExperience with safety assessment, FMEA and FTAExperience with reliability growth, product maturity and product readinessExperience with ESS, HALT, HASSExperience with Endurance testsExperience with PHMExperience with ARP **AExperience with DO-160Experience with IBM DOORS or JAMAExperience with MATLAB, SimulinkPreferredExperience with power electronics and motor controlExperience with safety assessment and reliability predictionMinimum RequirementsBachelor's or Master's or PhD's degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related field7 years of experience in motor control / modellingTechnical – T4Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with major impact on departmental or job family results, using extensive technical principles.
Seasoned technical contributor; works under limited supervision.
Works independently on a wide range of moderately complex projects and may be responsible for entire projects or processes within team.
May contribute to the development of goals and planning efforts for the department.
Communicates with senior leadership and employees within and outside of department and/or job family on matters that require explanation, interpretation, and/or advising; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area.
Influences employees within the business unit to agree and align on new concepts, practices, and approaches.
Responsible for moderate to significant improvements of technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the pe